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#2 Cedi Osman signs contract-extension with the Cleveland Cavaliers

Cedi Osman has signed a new four-year deal with the Cavs

Earlier this week it was widely reported that Cedi Osman was on the verge of agreeing on a new long-term contract extension with the Cleveland Cavaliers and the organization has now confirmed that the 24-year-old will remain with the team for the foreseeable future. In regards to Osman's extension, General Manager Koby Altman expressed his excitement to have locked the Turkish star down for the long-term:

"Cedi epitomizes everything it means to be a Cavalier and we’re excited to sign him to this extension. His work ethic and commitment to this organization and community are qualities we admire in a player... We look forward to seeing his continued growth and development."

Osman played 76 times with the Cavaliers last season, averaging 13.0 points, 4.7 rebounds, and 2.6 assists in 32.2 minutes per contest. According to Cleveland.com, his contract is worth $30.8 million over four seasons, and he will play a key role alongside another young talent such as Collin Sexton.